This week, on Friday October 5, 2012, I will present a scholarly paper at the Communal Studies Association Conference in the Oneida Community in upstate New York.
Here are the details:
PEOPLES TEMPLE AND SYNANON – MODERN COMMUNITIES
THE ROLE OF WOMEN
During the two decades from 1970 until 1990, I was a resident in two modern residential communities – both, controversial and unique communities. I am the only one from either community who experienced them both. We continue to have rich friendships and frequent contacts. I will compare and contrast the leadership styles, including the role of women. I will share the thoughts from my fellow survivors of Jonestown, and fellow ex-members of Synanon. In conclusion, I will share my own experience in the groups. I speak only for myself in this paper. In both communities, there is a wide range of reflection and opinion about almost every aspect of the group.